not activeFeb 29, 2012
building section · this notice includes violations for the areas noted.
520 south van ness av.
not activeFeb 29, 2012
building section · provide ventilation for public halls. (504(d), 1001 (b)(7),(8) hc)
at the third floor, rear north side hallway, the window is locked in the closed position. remove the lock and hardware and provide ventilation.
not activeFeb 29, 2012
building section · repair weather proofing on exterior windows (1001(h),703 hc) nuisance (401(2) (1001(d) hc
there was peeling paint noted at the exterior side of many windows and window frames on the third floor level. check all windows and remove damaged paint and apply new weather proofing as required. remove or cover damaged paint in an approved manner to prevent a lead hazard. (1301 hc) disturbing lead based paint can be extremely dangerous to dwelling occupants and visitors, particularly to young children, pregnant women, pets, and to people performing work on the premises. for interior or exterior paint removal always wet the surface, contain, and properly dispose of lead paint debris. if you are unsure whether the paint is leaded, you should test it prior to performing any work. if the paint is found to contain lead, you should consult with an expert about appropriate procedures. proper containment and 3-day notification is required for exterior jobs of more than 10 sq.ft. (sec.3604, sfbc) informational packets are available at (415) 558-6088. you can contact the san francisco childhood lead poisoning prevention program at: (415) 554-8930 for free advice. if you cause lead dust to be created, you could be liable for any illness caused by the dust. ordinance #446-97.
not activeFeb 29, 2012
plumbing and electrical section · make necessary repairs to tub/shower (1001 hc)
replace the missing shower head at the third floor mens bathroom.
not activeFeb 29, 2012
plumbing and electrical section · repair sink (1001f hc)
repair the lavatory faucet (no. 1 0f 5 lavatorys) at the third floor mens bathroom.
not activeFeb 29, 2012
other section · inspector comments
it is the property owner's responsibility to be present or direct his/ her representative to attend, the reinspection as scheduled on this notice of violation for the purpose of providing entry to the inspector of those areas not accessed during the initial inspection as specified, and/ or to provide access to all areas cited within this notice. if the property owner cannot attend the scheduled reinspection (as specified on this notice) it is his/ her responsibility to secure a different inspection date and time with the inspector, and provide all tenants with notification as required by california civil code section 1954. san francisco housing code section 303.(b), if any dwelling, apartment units or guest rooms are to be accessed during the reinspection.
not activeSep 23, 2011
building section · this notice includes violations for the areas noted.
520 south van ness av.
not activeSep 23, 2011
building section · hazardous mechanical equipment (1001.(g) hc) nuisance (401(2) (1001(d) hc general dilapidation or improper maintenance 1001.(b)(13) hc
the exhaust flue for the building boiler is corroded at it's base where it is mounted on the brick flue chase and it is missing a cover at the top. it appears that the chase has shifted from its origianl mounted position. repair or replace the boiler flue and provide a safe and weather proof installation.
not activeSep 23, 2011
building section · permit required (301 hc)
you are required to obtain a plumbing permit to correct this violation. apply for an plumbing permit along with a copy of this notice of violation and referance the complaint number. the plumbing ispector must perform a periodic/ final inspection(s) and sign the permit/job card, before the housing inspector can abate this violation. please present the signed job card indicating that work is complete to the housing inspector on reinspection day.
not activeSep 23, 2011
other section · inspector comments
it is the property owner's responsibility to be present or direct his/ her representative to attend, the reinspection as scheduled on this notice of violation for the purpose of providing entry to the inspector of those areas not accessed during the initial inspection as specified, and/ or to provide access to all areas cited within this notice. if the property owner cannot attend the scheduled reinspection (as specified on this notice) it is his/ her responsibility to secure a different inspection date and time with the inspector, and provide all tenants with notification as required by california civil code section 1954. san francisco housing code section 303.(b), if any dwelling, apartment units or guest rooms are to be accessed during the reinspection.
not activeSep 3, 2010
Fire safety
PERMIT RESEARCH FAILED TO SHOW THAT THE PASSAGE PANELS IN TWO UNITS, #105 AND 107 WERE INSTALLED WITH PERMITS. THESE PANELS ARE IN THE EXTERIOR WALL FACING THE STREET. VIOLATIONS ARE AS FOLLOWS: *LIFE HAZARD. (401)SFHC *NUISANCE. (401(3)(10)(1001(d)SFHC *LACK OF PROPER 1 HOUR FIRE CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS 1001(n)SFHC, 602.5, 708.1 SFBC. *LACK OF PROPER WEATHER PROTECTION 703 SFHC *THERE IS NO CERTAINTY THAT ONE HOUR FIRE RESISTANT MATERIALS WERE USED AT TIME OF CONSTRUCTION (601)HC.
not activeJul 28, 2009
building section · this notice includes violations for the areas noted.
mission hotel, 520 s.van ness av. common area and room 249.
not activeJul 28, 2009
security requirements section · general dilapidation or improper maintenance 1001.(b)(13) hc
room 249: repair or replace the damaged door jamb at the strike side of the entry doorway. install the required reinforced deadbolt latch strike plates and properly align the latching action between the door and the door frame.
not activeJul 28, 2009
building section · repair window sash cords (1001(h) hc)
repair the sash rope at the window to the fire escape near room 214.
not activeJul 28, 2009
other section · inspector comments
it is the property owner's responsibility to be present or direct his/ her representative to attend, the reinspection as scheduled on this notice of violation for the purpose of providing entry to the inspector of those areas not accessed during the initial inspection as specified, and/ or to provide access to all areas cited within this notice. if the property owner cannot attend the scheduled reinspection (as specified on this notice) it is his/ her responsibility to secure a different inspection date and time with the inspector, and provide all tenants with notification as required by california civil code section 1954. san francisco housing code section 303.(b), if any dwelling, apartment units or guest rooms are to be accessed during the reinspection.
not activeAug 22, 2008
building section · this notice includes violations for the areas noted.
routine safety inspection of public and common areas at 520 south van ness avenue - mission hotel. chapters 1, 2, & 3 of the san francisco housing code require that the department of building inspection perform periodic health & safety inspections of residential property. this routine inspection was conducted to assure that all requirements have been met per attached routine inspection checklist.
not activeAug 22, 2008
fire section · eliminate egress obstruction at northeast exit gate. (801c -sfhc)
modify door knob assembly and make it gripable for ease of operation.
not activeAug 22, 2008
other section · inspector comments regarding "follow up" reinspection:
i have scheduled a reinspection of your building on tuesday, 30-september-2008 at 11:00 am. reinspection of premise to include all areas referenced above. please contact housing inspector tim mansur at (415) 558-6514 if you have any questions. your cooperation is appreciated.
not activeJun 28, 2007
fire section · repair fire proofing with approved materials (hc 1001(m), 809)
in the ground floor exit corridor between the rear of the building to south van ness avenue at the north end of the building, the drywall is damaged in several locations at walls and ceilings from past leaks. remove all water damaged and moldy sections of drywall and replace with approved fire resistant materials.
not activeJun 28, 2007
fire section · repair wall assembly at exit hallway (301 hc)
restore all damaged areas into its original condition. fire tape all joints / repaired sections.
not activeJun 28, 2007
fire section · remove egress obstruction (801,1001(l) hc)
at time of inspection there were several stored items in the ground floor exit corridor from the rear of the building to south van ness avenue. no stored items are permitted in this required egress corridor.
not activeJun 28, 2007
plumbing and electrical section · repair drain pipe (1001-f hc)
in laundry area, drain/vent cap is missing behind washers. provide drain cap.
not activeJun 28, 2007
other section · inspector comments
it is the property owner's responsibility to be present or direct his/her representative to attend, the reinspection as scheduled on this notice of violation for the purpose of providing entry to the inspector to all areas cited within this notice.
not activeMay 3, 2007
building section · this notice includes violations for the areas noted.
all violations listed below are located in unit #126 unless otherwise noted.
not activeMay 3, 2007
sanitation section · eliminate bedbug infestation (1001b, 1306 hc)
in guestroom #126, evidence of bed bugs was found. hire a licensed pest control company to treat this room so that bed bugs are eliminated in accordance with the sf department of public health's directors rules and regulations on how to control bed bug infestations (dph rules and regulations). follow all recomendations from the pest control company and dph rules and regulations with regards to guestroom contents. at time of reinspection, present to the housing inspector written documentation from the pest control company that the bed bug infestation has been addressed according to the dph rules and regulations.
not activeMay 3, 2007
sanitation section · eliminate rodent infestation (1001b, 1306 hc)
in guestroom #126, mice infestation has been reported. have licensed pest control company eliminate rodents in this room.
not activeMay 3, 2007
interior surfaces section · remove or cover damaged paint in an approved manner to prevent a lead hazard. see lead hazard warning. (1001-b,d,k, 1301 hc)
in unit #126, peeling paint (bubbles) exists on south walls and ceiling. remove damaged and peeling paint in approved manner.
not activeMay 3, 2007
interior surfaces section · lead hazard warning: disturbing lead based paint can be extremely dangerous to dwelling occupants and visitors, particularly to young children, pregnant women, pets, and to people performing work on the premises. section 3407 of the san francisco building code regulates work that disturbs or removes lead based paint in the interior or exterior of pre-1979 buildings. informational packets available at (415) 558-6088 provide information on notification, performance standards, handling, containment and cleanup requirements for projects involving lead-based paint . dbi notification is required for exterior jobs of more than 100 sq.ft.(sec.3407, sfbc) you can contact the san francisco childhood lead poisoning prevention program at: (415) 554-8930 for free advice. if you cause lead dust to be created, you could be liable for any illness caused by the dust. ordinance #446-97.
not activeMay 3, 2007
interior surfaces section · eliminate mold/mildew on walls (1301,1001b(13),1306 hc)
in unit #126, behind toilet.
not activeMay 3, 2007
interior surfaces section · paint (1001b,1301 hc)
repaint all areas where paint is removed or damaged or where surfaces are repaired.
not activeMay 3, 2007
sanitation section · eliminate cockroach infestation (1001b, 1306 hc)
in guestroom #126, cockroach infestation exists. have licensed pest control company eliminate cockroach infestation in this room.
not activeMay 3, 2007
other section · inspector comments
it is the property owner's responsibility to be present or direct his/her representative to attend, the reinspection as scheduled on this notice of violation for the purpose of providing entry to the inspector to all areas cited within this notice. it is the responsibility of the property owner to provide tenants with notification, as required by california civil code section 1954 (san francisco housing code section 303(b)), if any dwellings, apartment units or guest rooms are to be accessed during reinspection(s).
not activeApr 21, 2006
security requirements section · provide minimum 135 degree viewer for entry doors of following units: #254, #294 (max mounting ht of 58") (706 hc)
not activeApr 21, 2006
security requirements section · provide identifying number on door for room #209 (706 hc)
not activeApr 21, 2006
fire section · remove egress obstruction (hasp and padlock) from door to guest room #348 and #347 (801,1001(l) hc)
not activeApr 21, 2006
fire section · provide sufficient number of fire extinguishers, type 2a 10bc or equivalent, in each public hallway so that no guest room is more than 70 feet from a fire extinguisher (905, 1001(n)hc)
not activeSep 9, 2004
building section · this notice includes violations for the areas noted.
all violations listed below are located in unit #265 unless otherwise noted.
not activeSep 9, 2004
smoke detection section · provide smoke detector (908,911 hc)
in unit #265, smoke detector is missing - provide required smoke detector.
not activeSep 9, 2004
plumbing and electrical section · repair sink faucet (1001-b,f hc)
hot water valve on sink does not shut off fully - repair.
not activeSep 9, 2004
interior surfaces section · repair floor covering (1001-b, 1306 hc)
linoleum flooring is damaged in places. repair or replace.
not activeSep 9, 2004
interior surfaces section · remove or cover damaged paint in an approved manner to prevent a lead hazard. see lead hazard warning. (1001-b, 1301 hc)
at entry door.
not activeSep 9, 2004
interior surfaces section · lead hazard warning: disturbing lead based paint can be extremely dangerous to dwelling occupants and visitors, particularly to young children, pregnant women, pets, and to people performing work on the premises. section 3407 of the san fancisco building code regulates work that disturbs or removes lead based paint in the interior or exterior of pre-1979 buildings. informational packets available at (415) 558-6088 provide information on notification, proformance standards, handling, containment and cleanup requirements for projects invloving lead-based paint . dbi notification is required for exterior jobs of more than 100 sq.ft.(sec.3407, sfbc) you can contact the san francisco childhood lead poisoning prevention program at: (415) 554-8930 for free advice. if you cause lead dust to be created, you could be liable for any illness caused by the dust. ordinance #446-97.
not activeSep 9, 2004
security requirements section · repair entry door (706 hc)
room entry door sticks on jamb and is hard to open and close, and deadbolt is hard to turn. repair so that thisdoor operates correctly.
not activeSep 9, 2004
sanitation section · repair/cover rodent hole (1001-b, k hc)
at baseboard in the north west corner of the room.
not activeSep 9, 2004
other section · inspector comments
it is the property owner's responsibility to be present or direct his/her representative to attend, the reinspection as scheduled on this notice of violation for the purpose of providing entry to the inspector to all areas cited within this notice. if the property owner cannot attend the scheduled reinspection (as specified on this notice) it is his/her responsibility to secure a different inspection date and time with the inspector, and provide all tenants with notification as required by california civil code section 1954 (san francisco housing code section 303(b)), if any dwellings, apartment units or guest rooms are to be accessed during the reinspection.
not activeMar 19, 2003
interior surfaces section · remove/replace carpet all floors sec 1001h.c.
remove/replace carpet all floors sec 1001h.c.
not activeMar 19, 2003
interior surfaces section · eliminate all trash/junk fire escapes sec 1001h.c.
eliminate all trash/junk/storage from fire escapes sec 1001h.c.
not activeMar 19, 2003
interior surfaces section · repair all non-functioning toilets sec 1001h.c.
repair all non-functioning toilets all floors sec 1001h.c.
not activeMar 19, 2003
interior surfaces section · remove all items exit corridors first floor sec 1001h.c.
remove all items exit corridors first floor sec 1001h.c.
not activeMar 19, 2003
interior surfaces section · clean trash/rubbish from first floor rear lightwell sec 1001h.c.
clean trah/rubbish from first floor lightwell area (rear) sec 1001h.c.